Bo Burnham TikTok Hoax Exposed: Creator Admits Fake Account

The Mysterious TikTok Account

Bo Burnham, known for his 2021 comedy special Inside, has been quiet recently. On January 10, 2025, a TikTok account named @destroyarasaka, using the name “Robert Burnham,” started posting videos with his music. The account quickly reached over 239,000 followers, leading fans to wonder if Burnham is launching a new project.

Fans have been actively engaging with the account, seeing it as a possible sign of Burnham’s return. The TikTok bio read “Stay, outside” and included a six-day countdown, which matches the date TikTok is set to be banned in the United States. The account also linked to a YouTube page with similar content, adding to the speculation that something big is coming.

Clarifying the Hoax

Reddit users identified that many clips on @destroyarasaka were taken from The Inside Outtakes and that the account was previously a fan page for the video game Cyberpunk, referencing the corporation “Arasaka.”

As of now, the YouTube page has been wiped of all Bo Burnham-related videos and only contains a single video, which sees the account owner, Pton, apologizing for the misleading TikTok posts. His reason? An attempt to build a community and launch a project. He gained 200,000 followers in 24 hours but faced negative backlash and copyright issues. Pton expressed regret, stating they never intended to deceive Burnham’s fans. This pretty much confirms that Bo Burnham is not involved with the TikTok account. Burnham’s official Instagram account remains inactive, offering no confirmation.

Story Highlights

TikTok account @destroyarasaka gains 239k followers quickly.

Posts include clips from Inside and its outtakes.

YouTube video reveals the account was a hoax by Pton and a friend.

Bo Burnham’s confirmed project: upcoming Sesame Street appearance.

Burnham’s History of Unpredictability

Bo Burnham is known for his unexpected projects and creative approaches. While this TikTok campaign initially seemed to fit his pattern of using unique methods to engage his audience, the recent revelation clarifies it was a fan-driven hoax rather than Burnham’s initiative.

What’s Next for Bo Burnham?

Currently, the only confirmed project is Burnham’s upcoming appearance on Sesame Street, according to his IMDb profile. Whether future projects will see Burnham using unconventional platforms remains to be seen. Fans continue to watch eagerly, hoping for genuine new content from the innovative artist.